2007 Toyota Prius vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Prius 1999 Toyota Avalon
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Prius Avalon
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.3 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L